When collecting assessment data, the nurse recognizes that a client mi

QUESTION

When collecting assessment data, the nurse recognizes that a client might be more prone to violent behavior when having a history of which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

a. Psychosis
b. Childhood abuse
c. Lack of impulsivity
d. Mental retardation
e. Delirium

ANSWER:

ANS: A, B, D, E
A history of violence, childhood abuse, substance abuse, mental retardation, problems with impulse control, and psychosis, particularly when accompanied by command hallucinations, are common contributing factors to violent behavior. Problems with impulse control (not lack of impulsivity) is a common contributing factor to violent behavior.